Today’s fit tip has less to do with working out and nutrition and more to do with being still. Yes! RESTING is just as important for weight loss as proper diet and exercise. As a matter of fact, recent studies have linked sleep deprivation to obesity. Lack of sleep also leads to increased levels of hunger […]
If you’re on social media, you’ve probably seen the “tummy tea” craze. It seems like every time I log on, I see an ad or someone promoting it. It wasn’t until I saw a fitness model that I really admire mention it that I decided to do a little more research. Now, she wasn’t necessarily […]
When people see my postpartum weight loss, one of the most frequent questions I am asked is: “What do you eat?” Now, I’m the first to admit that I don’t eat “100%” clean but when I was actively trying to drop the extra “baby weight” I was very conscious of how I ate. Here’s a […]
Shonda Rhimes is one of the most successful Black women in TV history but for the past several years, she’s also been struggling with her weight. Well, if you’ve seen her recently, then you know that struggle has been in the words of, Olivia Pope, the character she created, “handled.” Rhimes says she lost 117 […]
While juicing is a great way to jump start a weight loss program, it’s not a long term solution to bad habits. However, a proper juice cleanse CAN be effective if you consider the following: Keep It Quick. Steer clear of a juice cleanse that requires more than 5 days. Extreme juicing can be counterproductive as […]
Can’t get to the gym everyday? No worries! Did you know there are simply ways to burn extra calories while you’re at the office? If you’re tight on time and can’t “workout” everyday, check out these simple tips that can help you lose weight from your job. Communicate with co-workers in person instead of by […]
After I had my last baby, my weight loss journey was tough, I had to choose between wanting a six pack or cheesecake and most of the time, the cheesecake won.. Many people think that starting a weight loss diet means giving up the foods we love. No sweets, no rice, no bread, no chips, […]
If you’re on a weight loss journey, you want to make the most of your time in the gym. Studies have shown that the more muscle you have, the more you maximize your fat burning potential. A great approach to your workouts is to do your weight lifting BEFORE you do cardio exercises. Here’s why: […]
Most think the term “breakfast is the most important meal of the day” is cliche but it’s 100% true. Not only does a good breakfast help give you the necessary energy to start you day, it also jump starts your metabolism. As a matter fact, depending on “what” you eat, breakfast can actually help you […]
Weight loss is primarily calories in vs. calories out. If your goal is to lose weight, you must burn more calories than you consume. A great way to track calories is by using a mobile app. One of my favorites is myfitnesspal.com. It lets you log your meals and help you avoid overeating. There’s also […]
As a mother of 4 children, I’ve learned that the best way to lose weight and keep it off is through “inter dependency.” You want to have enough discipline to stick to your fitness program but you also need to be around people who are like-minded and will encourage you. If you are feeling unmotivated, try […]
I want to start by saying that I am a mother of 4. I have 3 sons, ages 15, 13 and 2 and one daughter who is 4 years old. Between my pregnancies my weight would go up and down with my heaviest being 170 pounds (I am 5’2). I am currently 112 pounds and […]
